The Holy Innocents is a novel written by Gilbert Adair that tells the story of a young Frenchman named Luc who becomes entangled in a love triangle with an older couple, Mathieu and Marie-Thérèse. The novel is set in Paris in the 1960s and explores themes of desire, jealousy, and betrayal.
As Luc becomes more involved with Mathieu and Marie-Thérèse, he begins to question his own desires and the nature of love. The relationship between the three characters becomes increasingly complex and fraught with tension as they navigate their feelings for each other.
Throughout the novel, Adair explores the boundaries of love and the consequences of pursuing forbidden desires. The Holy Innocents is a provocative and thought-provoking novel that challenges traditional notions of love and relationships.